Jesse Pequeno
Student Welding And Metallurgical Engineer/Bartender
Detroit,MI
Summary
Talented Student Engineer with commitment to excellence and broad understanding of Welding and Metallurgical engineering. Effective collaborator promoting welding skills with proficiency in CNC, Robotics, and MIG/TIG/STICK welding processes.
Currently work as a bartender with experience in high volume dining establishments. Well-versed mixologist with diverse menu of memorized drink recipes. Extensive knowledge of spirits and engages customers one-on-one. Friendly, open and committed to building social network by providing positive service experience.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Bartender
Public House
Ferndale , MI
01.2023 - Current
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Developed new signature cocktails to support bar marketing brand and increase profits.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
- Followed strict recipes and drink measurements to minimize product used.
Bartender/Manager
Old Goat Tavern
Kalamazoo , MI
06.2018 - 11.2022
- College, high volume, club environment that focuses on getting drinks out as fast as possible and being able thrive in fast paced situations, within a small, loud, packed Bar
- Oversaw and monitored cash drawers and reconciled drawers against cash register reports at close of business.
- Supervised and trained staff on preparing and delivering drinks, handling food and money and setting up bar at beginning of shift and breaking down at end of shift to facilitate operations.
Construction Worker
AJH construction
Kalamazoo , MI
06.2020 - 12.2022
- Construction experience in fencing and structural carpentry
- Proficient use of power tools, precision measurements, and cement/landscaping tools
- Comfortable in work that requires high amounts of physical labor.
- Measured dimensions of finished pieces for conformance to specifications.
- Installed new structures, updated systems and replaced worn components to bring buildings up to current codes.
- Assisted with successful, time-sensitive renovations of various structures.
Bartender/Server
Great Lakes Shipping Co
Kalamazoo , MI
04.2017 - 06.2018
- A fine dining experience that pairs soft dark mood lighting with a cozy, elegant restaurant that is historically charming
- Responsibilities included keeping bar clean and stocked at all times, preparing bottles of wine with proper etiquette, having expansive knowledge in cocktail creations and recommendations, taking stock and liquor inventory every month
- Arranged and prepared tables for customers to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Welding And Metallurgical Engineering
Wayne State University
Detroit, MI 12.2022 - Current
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
Kalamazoo, MI 05.2021 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Kalamazoo Central High School
Kalamazoo, MI 05.2012 - 05.2015
Skills
Blueprint Readingundefined
Certification
Certified [Welder], [Kalamazoo Valley Community College]
Timeline
Bartender
Public House
01.2023 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Welding And Metallurgical Engineering
Wayne State University
12.2022 - Current
Certified [Welder], [Kalamazoo Valley Community College]
12-2022
Bartender, Lollapalooza 2022
07-2022
Certified Bartender
06-2021
Associate of Applied Science - Welding Technology
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
05.2021 - 05.2022
Construction Worker
AJH construction
06.2020 - 12.2022
Bartender/Manager
Old Goat Tavern
06.2018 - 11.2022
Bartender/Server
Great Lakes Shipping Co
04.2017 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Kalamazoo Central High School
05.2012 - 05.2015
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